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LC59 WXV

2009 BMW M3

Grey Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,839 mi
Last recorded105,839 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 BMW M353,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 WXV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 105,839 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 99,420 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2024 99,360 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

fuel cap seal is showing signs of cracks forming

Pass 21 Feb 2023 80,358 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 66,364 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 66,364 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 63,397 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 56,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 54,268 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 52,944 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases n/s cat area??? (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 265/35/19 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 265/35/19 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 47,570 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 44,997 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 35,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 24,510 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 24,471 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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LC59 WXV is a 2009 BMW M3 in Grey with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 53,090 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC59 WXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 17 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC59 WXV registered?

LC59 WXV is a 2009 BMW M3, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is LC59 WXV safe to buy?

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